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P647 GSL

1996 Honda NX650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

21,806 mi
Last recorded21,806 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda NX65023,675 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP647 GSL
MakeHonda
ModelNX650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 21,806 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 21,757 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 21,641 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 21,526 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 21,452 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 21,421 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 21,310 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 21,052 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 20,744 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 20,512 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 20,357 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 19,912 miles

advise to replace and preposition rear number plate

Pass 3 Sep 2014 19,565 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 19,559 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front tyre under inflated

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

gear lever veary loose on shaft

Pass 17 Sep 2013 19,085 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 16,048 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 11,467 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 11,467 miles

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 9,995 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 9,185 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 7,450 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 5,744 miles

front wheel spokes beginning to loosen

Pass 5 May 2006 5,433 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NX650?

Based on 9,865 MOT tests across 1,148 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
549
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 68
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P647 GSL is a 1996 Honda NX650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1996 Honda NX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 23,675 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NX650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P647 GSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Honda NX650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P647 GSL registered?

P647 GSL is a 1996 Honda NX650, first registered on 8 October 1996.

Is P647 GSL safe to buy?

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